Craftsman 536.7974 Edger User Manual
Contents
1. he engine is warm items that have been subjected to operator Remove the oil fill cap dipstick See first abuse or negligence To receive full value figure on page 9 from the warranty the operator must main tain the Edger as instructed in this manual The above chart is provided to assist the operator in properly maintaining the Edger LUBRICATION 20 oz SAE 30W Fill the engine crankcase pouring slowly DO NOT OVERFILL For approximate ca pacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS on this page LUBRICATION NOTE The quill assembly bearings are After each 25 hours of use of your Edger factory sealed and will require no lubrica apply light machine oil to all moving tion parts particularly ihe wneels Reconnect the spark plug wire on the We recommend that the oil in the engine spark plug crankcase be changed after the first 2 hours of operation and after each 25 hours of use thereafter Oil Drain Piug AIR CLEANER Replace the filter once a year more often under dusty or dirty conditions DO NOT attempt to clean or oil the air filter To install a new air filter do the following Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Turn the cover as shown below to the left counterclockwise and remove the cover and the air filter from the flange Discard the air filter Clean the cover and the flange thor oughly Insert the new air filter into the cover Push the cover firm2. and readjustment should not be necessary However if the carburetor does need to be adjusted contact your nearest Craftsman Service Center IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous If you think the engine governed high speed needs adjusting contact your nearest Craftsman Service Center which has the proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments STORAGE A WARNING Never store your Edger indoors or in an enclosed poorly ventilated area If gasoline remains in the tank fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light from a furnace water heater clothes dryer cigarette etc EDGER Clean the Edger thoroughly remove all debris and wipe the unit dry e Inspect the Edger for worn or damaged parts and tighten ali loose hardware Oil all points described in the Lubrication paragraph in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Store the Edger in a protected area and cover for additional protection IMPORTANT A yearly checkup or tune up by a Craftsman Service Center is a good way of ensuring that your Edger will provide maximum performance for the next season ENGINE IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuet system parts such as the carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also exper
3. is highly flam mable Use an approved container Check fuel supply before each use allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine and or sun can cause fuel to expand Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace fuel tank ean securaly and wione uo spilled Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running or hot engine Never store fuel or Edger with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame OPERATING SAFETY Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the Edger Keep them away while it is operating Never allow adults to operate the Edger without proper instruction Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely Always wear Safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while perform ing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the Edger Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling Never operate the Edger without proper guards plates or other safety protective devices in
4. operate your new Edger to ensure that you receive the best perfor mance and satisfaction from this quality product please review the following checklist y All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Keep in safe place Al fasteners have been properly in stalled and tightened While learning how to use your Edger pay extra attention to the following impor tant items d Engine oil is at proper level sd Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular Unleaded gasoline sA Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate controls before starting engine OPERATION KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDGER Compare the illustrations with your EDGER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference r h Fast Slow Stop Primer Button Engine Control Lever N iN Primer Button Control Rod uel Fill Cap Adjustable Rear Wheel Blade Guard Blade Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Throttle Control Used to control the en gine speed Primer Button injects fuel directly into the carburetor manifold for faster starts Starter Handle The engine on this edger is equipped with an easy pull recoil starter Depth Control Lever Controls the depth of the blade Blade Guard Used to prevent stones or other mat
5. tighten securely Wipe away excess oil Check oil before each use Add if needed Hwee Oil Fill Tube lt BY Sy Oil Fill Cap R J Dipstick A CAUTION Never fili the gas tank while the engine is running or hot Immediately wipe off any spilled gasoline before attempting to start the engine eS D a p i LESS Fuel Fill Cap 7 s FILL GAS Fill the fuel tank with clean fresh unleaded grade automotive gasoline Be sure that the container you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from dust or other foreign particles Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the container Reinstall fuel cap WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain fuel tank start engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional informa tion Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma nent damage may occur A WARNING Gasoline is flammable and caution must be used when handling or storing it Do not fill fuel tank while Edger is running hot or when Edger is in an enclosed area K
6. tip should be 2 5 8 to 2 7 8 inches below the surface of the ground The two middie adjustment slots provide shallower edging depths To adjust the depth control lever to give proper blade positions remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug Place the Edger on a work bench or sturdy fab le Position Edger so that the blade c n i extend below the top of the table or work bench put the depth contro lever in the rear adjustment slot and place a 1 4 inch thick shim between the edging guide and the top of the bench or table see figure below Remove the hairpin from the trunnion nut in the lower control rod and slide the post out of the hole in the linkage bracket Turn the trunnion nut in clock wise to raise the blade and out counter Space clockwise to lower the blade See figure below The adjustment is correct when there is a 1 4 inch space between the edging guide and the bench or table top When the rod is adjusted correctly insert the trunnion nut and washers on the rod into the hole in the linkage bracket and replace the hairpin in the hole in the post as shown below oats les Linkage is renee Hairpin Trunnion Lower Nut Control Rod When the adjustment procedure is complete put the Edger back on the floor and install the spark plug wire on the spark plug Move depth control lever prior to starting to check assembly CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The carburetor has been pre set at the factory
7. CRAFTSMAN 4 Horsepower 9 Inch EDGER MODEL NO 536 797400 ATaWassv Oo ke m 5 O LSITSLYVd Caution Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A _ 711044 04 11 97 1ONVdSa TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents 2 Service and Adjustments 13 14 Warranty 2 Storage 15 Safety Rules 2 3 Troubleshooting 16 Contents of Shipping Carton 4 Edger Repair Parts 17 20 Assembly 4 6 Engine Repair Parts 21 24 Operation 7 10 Spanish Espafol 25 41 Maintenance 11 12 Parts Ordering Service Back Cover WARRANTY STATEMENT LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN EDGER For two years from the date of purchase when this Craftsman Edger is maintained lu bricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner s manual Craftsman will repair free of charge any defect in material or work manship if this Craftsman Edger is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty ap plies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not cover the following Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as spark plugs etc Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including bent crank shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con tained in the owner s manual WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABL
8. E BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER TO THE NEAREST CRAFTSMAN SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co D817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 A SAFETY RULES AN A Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means ATTENTION Become alert Your safety is involved A CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs l IMPORTANT Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk of injury Your Edger is equipped with such controls Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence control under any circumstances BEFORE USE Read the owner s manual carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the Edger Know how to stop the edger and disengage the controls quickly Na nat anarate the Fdaer without footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Thoroughly inspect the area where the Edger is to be used and remove all foreign objects FUEL SAFETY Handle fuel with care it
9. ad Nuts 2 Hex Head Screws 2 Hair Pins 5 16 18 5 16 18x 1 1 4 inch Parts packed separately in carton not shown full size a 1 Container SAE30 Oil 20 ounces 1 Controt Rod 1 Owner s Manual not shown 1 Parts Bag not shown ASSEMBLY N CAUTION Always wear safety Engine Control Lever glasses or eye shields while assembling l Edger se N Upper Handle TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 7 16 inch Wrench or adjustable wrench 2 1 2 inch Wrenches or adjustable oe 1 Pair Pliers Depth Control Lever N Lower Handle The figure to the right shows the Edger completely assembted References to the right or left hand side of the Edger are from the viewpoint of the operator s position behind the unit TO REMOVE EDGER FROM CARTON Remove the control rod and packing material from carton Cut down all four corners of the carton TO ASSEMBLE THE EDGER Pivot the upper handle upward being careful not to pinch or pull the engine control wire until the mounting holes in the upper handle align with the mounting holes in the lower handle Install 2 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 inch hex head screws and 2 5 16 18 hex lock nuts found in parts bag in the empty handle holes and tighten all four clamping bolts Locknuts should be to the inside of the handies as shown in figure below All four bolts must be tightened to the point that the head of the bolt cuts into the paint on the handles This wi
10. e belt wear and decreased performance if dirt does become packed around the blade stop the engine remove the spark plug wire and remove the packed debris before continuing to edge If very deep edging is required we recommend that a shallow cut be made first then cuts at greater depth until the desired depth is obtained Uniform edging can be performed when the blade guide see figure on page 6 rides on and against the surface which you are edging Edging can be customized by varying the number of passes and by the distance your blade is from the surface you are CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE SCHEDULE SERVICE RECORDS Fill in dates as you complete regular service Lubricate alt Pivot Points Lubricate Quili Rod Tube PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HORSE POWER 4 S Lubricate Wheel Axles NOTE If the Edger is being used in sandy or dusty areas change the oil more fre quently to prevent premature engine wear TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug DISPLACEMENT 9 06 cu in 148 cc GASOLINE CAPACITY 1 25 at Bu r unleaded regula Remove the oil drain plug as shown in first figure on page 12 and drain the oil into a flat pan Coa nah ned M i After draining all the oil reinstall the oil drain plug securely GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE The oil will drain more freely when The warranty on this Edger does not cover _
11. e by pulling the starter two or three times Finally reinstall spark plug and attach spark plug wire TROUBLE SHOOTING 7 TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Difficult starting Drain fuel tank Fill with fresh ue Clean and re gap spark plug Replace fuel filter Blocked fuel line or empty fuel tank Jammed due to foreign object Blade fails to cut Damaged or worn blade Replace blade properly Excessive vibra Loose parts Stop engine immediately tighten tion all bolts If vibration continues take the unit into the nearest Craftsman Service Center or Engine runs erractically Cutting blade fails to turn Engine willnot Handle hardware is not cutting into shut off when en tube gine control lever is released Tighten bolts until the head of the bolt cuts into the tubing For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am 7 pm 7 days a week 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For in house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 REPAIR 1 800 473 7247 ie eae Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to
12. eep away from open flame electrical spark and do not smoke while filling the fuel tank Never fill fuel tank completely but fill the tank to within 1 4 1 2 inch from the top to provide space for expansion of fuel Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine Store gasoline in a clean approved container and keep the cap in place on the container Keep gasoline in a cool well ventilated place never in the house Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline to ensure volatility Gasoline is intended to be used as a fuel for internal combustion engines therefore do not use gasoline for any other purpose Since many children like the smell of gasoline keep it out of their reach because the fumes are dangerous to inhale as well as being explosive TO START THE ENGINE Before starting the engine be sure you have read and understood all the instruc tions on the preceding pages The edger is equipped with a recoil starter The opera tion of the engine is controlled by the throttle contro lever See page 6 Push the depth control lever forward and latch in the forward slot of the adjustment bracket to raise the blade Move the throttle control lever see figure on page 6 to the BAST T 4 position Push primer button T five times see figure on page 6 Wait about two seconds between each push NOTE Do not use primer
13. ents Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine The depth of cut adjustment is the same as described in Edging Op a eration paragraph INDEX LEVER IN THE NOTCH MARKED WARNING Keep away from the rotating BEVEL CUT blade The blade can cause injury Pull the index lever out of the edging notch as shown above and position it in the notch marked bevel cut Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine Move the clutch lever to the desired beveling depth AN CAUTION Never leave the Edger unattended while the engine is running Prior to adjusting the indexing blade posi tion always raise the cutting blade and stop the engine TO USE CURB HOPPING FEATURE The adjustable front and right rear wheel feature permits the Edger to be used on TO USE THE BEVEL CUT FEATURE Bevel edging reduces the need to edge as often creating a type of trench along your sidewalk driveway and etc Move the in dex lever to the bevel cut position and se cure index lever in the slot Prior to starting the engine line the Edger up as if you were going to bevel cut and move the depth con trol lever down to test the blade location Return the depth control lever to the for ward slot of the adjustment bracket to raise the blade Start the engine and move the depth control lever to the desired depth of cut BEFORE STARTING ENGINE PRE USE CHECK OF CONTROLS All controls should be checked for proper function before servicin
14. erial from being thrown at the op erator Engine Control Lever Must be held back to allow engine to start and run Index Lever Permits adjustment from the edging vertical position to beveling 45 position To change position pull the index lever and rotate the quill assembly tothe desired angle or position Adjustable Rear Wheel Right rear wheel is adjustable to level Edger when edging gt along a curb curb hopping Ajustable Front Wheet Front wheel can be adjusted down for curb hopping A WARNING Blade is rotating whoa engine is running or being started Keep hands and feet away from blade to prevent injury HOW TO USE YOUR EDGER N WARNING The operation of this Edger can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can cause se vere eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating the Edger We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over your glasses TO STOP EDGER Make sure the depth control lever is all the way forward and release engine control lever There is a D STOP position on the throttle control lever in case of a failure with the engine control lever Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator position CAUTION Never leave the Edger unattended while the engine is running Always raise the cutting blade and stop the engine TO USE THE ENGINE CONTROL LEVER Pull the engine contro
15. g or starting the engine Move the depth control lever into all four positions in the selector plate Make sure the depth control lever snaps into all four holes as shown in figure on page 6 Return the depth control tever tothe forward hole in the selector plate FILL ADD OIL This Edger was shipped with a 20 ounce container of SAE30 motor oil This oil must be added to the engine before operating Remove the oil fill cap dipstick and fill the crankcase to FULL line on dipstick Your engine may not require the entire 20 ounces of oil DO NOT OVERFILL Tighten the fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level a ae OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature 1 Q NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil TO ADD ENGINE OIL Place the Edger on a level surface Remove the oi fill cap dipstick as shown in next figure Fill the engine crankcase pouring slowly DO NOT OVERFILL For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS on page 11 of this manual Reinstall the oif fill cap dipstick and
16. gine If a torque wrench is available torque the spark plug to 15 foot pounds 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A CAUTION Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before making any repairs to the Edger V BELT REPLACEMENT Your edger is equipped with a V belt made of a special compound If the belt becomes worn or breaks replace it with an orignal equipment belt as shown in the Repair Parts section of this manual Never use a substitute Disconnect the spark plug wire Drain gasoline and oil from Edger Tip Edger backwards on handle and block top of handle against wall or bench Remove three screws and flatwashers from the belt guard as shown in figure below Bearing Note direction of raeee twist Push blade bearing housing back towards engine to compress spring and release tension on belt Remove old belt carefully note direction of twist around engine pulley While spring is compressed install new belt on quill and engine pulleys being sure to twist belt in proper direction as shown in figure above NOTE If belt is not installed properly the blade will not turn in the proper direction and could damage the blade or bett Refer to figure above for proper direction of belt travel BLADE REPLACEMENT The cutting blade is subject to wear and damage such as nicks and dents This will not generally affect its function This blade is specially designed to not re quire sharpe
17. ience indicates that using alcohol blended fuels called gasohol ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can _ damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To prevent engine damage if Edger is not used for more than 30 days follow the steps below To remove gasoline run the engine until the tank is empty and the engine stops lf you do not want to remove gasoline a fuel stabilizer such as Craftsman fuel Stabilizer No 33500 may be added to any gasoline left in the tank to minimize gum deposits and acids If the tank is almost empty mix stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a separate container and add some to the tank Always follow instruc tions on stabilizer container Then run engine at least 10 minutes after stabilizer is added to allow mixture to reach carburetor Store Edger in a safe place See warning on this page Store the Edger in the wheels down operating position if the Edger is stored in any other position oil from the crankcase could enter the cylinder causing a service problem You can keep your engine in good operat ing condition during storage by Changing oil Lubricating the piston cylinder area This can be done by first removing the spark plug and squirting clean engine oil into the spark plug hole Then cover the spark plug hole with a rag to absorb oil spray Next rotate the engin
18. in control lever back to lower the cutting frame and loosen the fluted knob that se blade cures the wheel support rod as shown Select the edging depth you need below There are 4 selections up to approxi As the fluted knob is loosened the rear mately 2 1 2 inches deep wheel will slide down oe Hold the Edger so that the top of the IMPORTANT It very deep edging is main frame is level with the top of the he e a ae eee egal curb and retighten the fluted knob c made firs n e s eee K Turn the Edger so that the front wheel depths until ihe desired dapin I ob will be on the same surface as the right tained rear wheel The left rear wheel is on N warnine Keep away from the rotat top of the curb and the right rear wheel ing blade The biade can cause injury is Supporting the Edger on the lower surface TO USE THE INDEX LEVER While standing on the right side of the BEVELING OPERATION t Edger loosen the T knob on the front wheel bracket Stop engine and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug With your feft hand lift the front of the mea Edger using the T knob until the main frame is again level with the top of the curb With your right hand push the front wheel down until the wheel makes con tact with the surface below Hold the front of the main frame level with your right hand and retighten the T knob with your left hand Check level of main frame to top of curb and make any adjustm
19. inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following information Product Type Part Number Model Number Part Description SEARS America s Repair Specialists Printed in U S A
20. l lever back with your left hand and hold it in contact with the upper handle cross tube to allow en gine to start and run See next figure Release the engine control lever to stop the engine NOTE If engine continues to ryg after lever is released Use the stop Yi position on the throttie control to stop the engine and then see your Craftsman Service Cen ter to correct the engine contro lever prob lem CAUTION Always stop the engine and make sure ail parts have stopped whenever leaving the operator s position or when cleaning replacing or inspecting the Edger Engine Control Lever TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Run at full engine speed during normai use Push throttle control lever forward to increase speed back to decrease S speed Pulling the throttle control lever all the way back will stop the engine TO USE PRIMER BUTTON Push primer button T five times See page 6 figure for location Wait about two seconds between each push NOTE Do not use primer button to re start a warm engine after a short shut down TO USE THE DEPTH CONTROL Stop the engine and disconnect the LEVER spark plug wire from the spark plug ai With the front wheel and the left rear Position your Edger in desired edging lo wheel on the top of the curb and support cation before operating ing the Edger with your right hand reach Start the engine and move the depth into the inside right rear of the ma
21. ll allow a good connection allowing the engine control lever to stop the engine when released Lower e Handie 5 16 18X1 1 4inch Hex Head Screw Insert one end of the contro rod from right to left through the hole in the linkage bracket located inside the frame on the rear axle Attach with hairpin found in parts bag See figure below Place the depth control lever in the rear selection slot While pushing down on the upper handle to the point that the front wheel is raised off the ground pull up on the other end of the control rod until you can insert the end of the control rod from right to teft through the hole in the depth control lever Attach with hairpin See next figure Return depth control lever to the forward most selection slot for transport and starting 5 16 18 Hex Head Locknut Hair Pin Linkage Bracket Control Rod Rear Selection Control Hair Pin Loosen the adjustable front wheel T knob and push down on the T knob until the front of the unit comes to a resting point The engine mounting surface should be parallel to the surface the unit is resting on for best edging results Loosen the rope guide nut 1 4 20 hex head centerlock located on the inside of the right handle enough to let starter ro through as shown below Thread starter rope through the guide Tighten rope guide nut Rope Guide Nut 1 4 20 Reghexctrlk Y CHECKLIST Before you
22. ly against the flange and turn it to the right clockwise as far as it will go as shown in figure below Be sure the retainers are locked around the flange Reconnect the spark plug wire BE oe Turn cover to the left counterclockwise _ to remove Turn cover to the right clockwise to install CAUTION Never run the engine without the air cleaner element installed A defective air cleaner can result in loss of engine power and can cause excessive wear or damage to the engine components if dirt or dust is permitted to enter the engine through the carburetor A damaged air cleaner or one that is clogged with dust or dirt should be replaced immediately SPARK PLUG Clean the spark plug and reset the gap periodically Clean the area around the spark plug base before removal to prevent dirt from entering the engine Replace the spark plug if the electrodes are pitted or burned or if the porcelain is cracked Clean the spark plug by carefully scraping the electrodes do not sand blast or use a wire brush Be sure the spark plug is clean and free of foreign material Check the elec trodes gap with a wire feeler gauge and reset to 030 in if necessary If a new spark plug is needed refer to the PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 11 for the proper replacement spark plug Before reinstalling the spark plug coat the threads lightly with graphite or light oil to insure easy removal Tighten the spark plug firmly into the en
23. ning Do not attempt to sharpen this blade If worn or damaged the blade should be replaced CAUTION When removing or tightening the blade nut always use the method shown in figure below The holding wrench must always be positioned on the nut be hind the cutting blade AN CAUTION Do not attempt to sharpen this blade You could cause damage to the blade which could result in breakage and possible user or bystander injury To replace the blade do the following Disconnect spark plug wire Remove the 1 2 20 locknut shown in figure below securing the blade to the drive shaft Remove the blade IMPORTANT Note the position of the washer and the blade cutting edge to ensure proper re assembly The blade is marked THIS SIDE OUT Position the replacement blade against the washer on the drive shaft and secure with flange nut Be sure to tighten nut securely to 40 45 ft Ibs Reconnect the spark plug wire WARNING Always wear gloves when working on blade it is sharp Tightening Wrench LEVELING ADJUSTMENT When the depth control lever is in the forward adjustment slot the engine platform should be approximately level and the edging blade tip should be 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 inches above the surface of the ground When the depth control lever is in the rear adjustment slot the edging guide see figure below should be approximately 1 4 inch above the surface which you are edging and the blade
24. place Never operate the Edger at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing Never allow bystanders near the Edger Keep children and pets away while operating Never operate the Edger without good visibility or light Do not run the engine indoors The exhaust fumes are dangerous containing CARBON MONOXIDE an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS Take all possible precautions when leaving the Edger unattended Stop the engine e Do not overload the Edger capacity by attempting to edge too deep at too fast a rate SAFE STORAGE e Always refer to the owner s manual instructions for important details if the Edger is to be stored for an extended period Never store the edger with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Keep the Edger in safe working eoridition l Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness REPAIR ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor Remove the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidentat starting Thoroughly inspect the Edger for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating it e If edger should start to vibrate abnormally stop engine motor and check immedi ately for the cause Vib
25. ration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the blade whenever you leave the operating position Also disconnect the spark plug wire before unclogging the blade and when making any repairs adjustments or inspections When cleaning repairing or inspecting shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended by the manu facturer WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved for est covered brush covered or grass cov ered land unless the engine s exhaust sys tem is equipped with a spark arrester meet ing applicable local or state laws if any tf a spark arrester is used it should be main tained in effective working order by the op erator In the state of California the spark arrester is required by law Section 4442 of the Califor nia Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federa laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester muffler is available through your nearest Craftsman Authorized Service Center See ENGINE e A REPAIR PARTS section in this manual Contents of Parts Bag shown full size a PTN so lt edi Nees 2 Hex He
26. to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown Pull the engine control lever back to gt contact the upper handle tube and hold the edger handle and control lever firmly with your left hand To start engine grasp the engine starter handle firmly with your right hand Pull back sharply on the recoil starter handle DO NOT allow the starter rope to snap back let it rewind slowly while NOTE If engine fails to start after three pulls push primer button two times and pull starter rope again When the engine starts run at full engine speed during normal use NOTE The cutting blade speed is controlled by the engine speed To reduce the cutting blade speed push back on the throttle control lever To increase the blade speed push the throttle contro lever forward To stop the engine make sure the depth control lever is all the way forward and release the engine contro lever to the stop position or push the throttle control lever to stop See figure on page 6 A WARNING Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless gas and deadly gas Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on the engine or edger Avoid the muffler and surrounding areas Temperatures may exceed 150 F EDGING TIPS Edging is best performed when conditions are dry If the soil is too wet dirt becomes packed in and around the blade causing prematur
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search